| 0 |
A Man for All Markets: From Las Vegas to Wall Street, How I Beat the Dealer and the Market |
Edward O. Thorp |
2024-06-27 |
5 |
Master the odds, and you master life. |
| 1 |
The Grace of Kings (The Dandelion Dynasty, #1) |
Ken Liu |
2024-06-15 |
3 |
Revolution reshapes men as much as nations. |
| 2 |
Demon Copperhead |
Barbara Kingsolver |
2024-06-01 |
5 |
In hardship, the human spirit finds its strength. |
| 3 |
How to Make a Few Billion Dollars |
Brad Jacobs |
2024-05-15 |
2 |
Insightful strategies for achieving massive wealth. |
| 4 |
The Paper Menagerie and Other Stories |
Ken Liu |
2023-12-16 |
5 |
A collection of tales that stir the soul. |
| 5 |
Same as Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes |
Morgan Housel |
2023-11-09 |
5 |
Wisdom's essence lies in constancy amid flux. |
| 6 |
Best Served Cold |
Joe Abercrombie |
2023-10-27 |
3 |
Revenge, best savored slowly, transforms all it touches. |
| 7 |
The Phantom Tollbooth |
Norton Juster |
2023-10-15 |
4 |
Curiosity turns the ordinary into realms of wonder. |
| 8 |
The Gunslinger (The Dark Tower, #1) |
Stephen King |
2023-09-28 |
2 |
A relentless quest bridges worlds and destinies. |
| 9 |
The Paradox of Debt: A New Path to Prosperity Without Crisis |
Richard Vague |
2023-09-19 |
5 |
Prosperity flourishes when debt is wielded wisely. |
| 10 |
Half a War (Shattered Sea, #3) |
Joe Abercrombie |
2023-09-10 |
4 |
In war's crucible, alliances are forged and broken. |
| 11 |
Half the World (Shattered Sea, #2) |
Joe Abercrombie |
2023-09-01 |
4 |
Strength and friendship steer the course through peril. |
| 13 |
Jude the Obscure |
Thomas Hardy |
2023-08-30 |
3 |
Dreams falter under the weight of societal chains. |
| 12 |
Half a King (Shattered Sea, #1) |
Joe Abercrombie |
2023-08-24 |
5 |
A king's strength lies not in might, but in resolve. |
| 14 |
Fairy Tale |
Stephen King |
2023-08-09 |
4 |
Ordinary lives touch the extraordinary, crafting legends. |
| 16 |
BUtterfield 8 |
John O'Hara |
2023-07-03 |
2 |
In the shadows of New York, scandal and desire entwine lives. |
| 17 |
Chesapeake |
James A. Michener |
2023-06-06 |
5 |
Through centuries, the tides of history shape the land and its people. |
| 18 |
Haroun and the Sea of Stories (Khalifa Brothers, #1) |
Salman Rushdie |
2023-05-20 |
4 |
In the realm of stories, a boy's quest unravels the magic of tales. |
| 19 |
The Republic of Thieves (Gentleman Bastard, #3) |
Scott Lynch |
2023-05-16 |
5 |
Wits and schemes collide in a world where loyalty is ever tested. |
| 20 |
Red Seas Under Red Skies (Gentleman Bastard, #2) |
Scott Lynch |
2023-04-18 |
2 |
On treacherous seas, trust is scarce and betrayal looms large. |
| 21 |
Scaling People: Tactics for Management and Company Building |
Claire Hughes Johnson |
2023-04-18 |
5 |
Building teams with precision and fostering growth with insight. |
| 22 |
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones |
James Clear |
2023-02-16 |
4 |
Small changes compound, creating monumental shifts in life. |
| 23 |
The Lies of Locke Lamora (Gentleman Bastard, #1) |
Scott Lynch |
2023-02-16 |
5 |
A master thief's cunning unfolds in a city ripe with deception. |
| 24 |
Assassin's Apprentice (Farseer Trilogy, #1) |
Robin Hobb |
2023-01-10 |
3 |
An orphaned boy's destiny intertwines with peril and intrigue. |
| 25 |
Titan: The Life of John D. Rockefeller, Sr. |
Ron Chernow |
2022-12-15 |
4 |
The intricate portrait of ambition shaping an industrial titan. |
| 26 |
The Wisdom of Crowds (The Age of Madness, #3) |
Joe Abercrombie |
2022-10-11 |
5 |
Collective power and chaos weave the fate of nations. |
| 27 |
From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life |
Arthur C. Brooks |
2022-09-28 |
4 |
In life's latter half, purpose and joy redefine success. |
| 28 |
The Great Depression: A Diary |
Benjamin Roth |
2022-09-18 |
4 |
Personal reflections illuminate the shadows of economic despair. |
| 29 |
Crash of the Titans: Greed, Hubris, the Fall of Merrill Lynch, and the Near-Collapse of Bank of America |
Greg Farrell |
2022-09-15 |
3 |
The epic tale of corporate ambition leading to downfall. |
| 30 |
War and Peace |
Leo Tolstoy |
2022-09-05 |
5 |
Vast narratives of love and conflict shape human destiny. |
| 31 |
The Trouble with Peace (The Age of Madness, #2) |
Joe Abercrombie |
2022-09-03 |
4 |
In peace, the seeds of war are often sown. |
| 34 |
Modern Man in Search of a Soul |
C.G. Jung |
2022-07-31 |
5 |
Delving into the psyche, modern man seeks deeper meaning. |
| 32 |
A Little Hatred (The Age of Madness, #1) |
Joe Abercrombie |
2022-07-23 |
5 |
In a changing world, power and hatred ignite revolution. |
| 33 |
Buy Then Build: How Acquisition Entrepreneurs Outsmart the Startup Game |
Walker Deibel |
2022-07-19 |
5 |
Strategic acquisitions pave the path to entrepreneurial success. |
| 35 |
House of Many Ways (Howl's Moving Castle, #3) |
Diana Wynne Jones |
2022-07-02 |
4 |
A magical house unfolds adventures and mysteries untold. |
| 37 |
The Road |
Cormac McCarthy |
2022-06-08 |
3 |
Amid desolation, a father and son's journey epitomizes hope. |
| 36 |
Castle in the Air (Howl's Moving Castle, #2) |
Diana Wynne Jones |
2022-06-01 |
4 |
In a whimsical world, dreams and reality entwine. |
| 38 |
A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man |
James Joyce |
2022-05-09 |
2 |
An artist's early struggles carve the path of his genius. |
| 40 |
The Psychology of Money |
Morgan Housel |
2022-04-08 |
4 |
Insights into how human behavior influences financial success. |
| 39 |
Howl’s Moving Castle (Howl’s Moving Castle, #1) |
Diana Wynne Jones |
2022-03-09 |
4 |
Enchantment and adventure collide in a moving castle. |
| 42 |
Secrets of the Baby Whisperer: How to Calm, Connect, and Communicate with Your Baby |
Tracy Hogg |
2022-03-09 |
4 |
Gentle wisdom for nurturing and understanding your baby. |
| 45 |
Cribsheet: A Data-Driven Guide to Better, More Relaxed Parenting, from Birth to Preschool |
Emily Oster |
2022-02-15 |
5 |
Parenting wisdom grounded in data and empathy. |
| 41 |
Stop Fixing Yourself: Wake Up, All Is Well |
Anthony de Mello |
2022-02-09 |
5 |
Awakening to the present, one finds inherent wholeness. |
| 43 |
The Secret Life of Bees |
Sue Monk Kidd |
2022-02-06 |
4 |
In the embrace of beekeeping, healing and secrets unfold. |
| 44 |
Death's End (Remembrance of Earth’s Past, #3) |
Liu Cixin |
2022-02-01 |
5 |
The cosmos's vastness is mirrored in humanity's ultimate fate. |
| 47 |
The Dawn of Everything: A New History of Humanity |
David Graeber |
2022-01-02 |
4 |
Challenging the past, new narratives of humanity emerge. |
| 48 |
Our Oriental Heritage (The Story of Civilization, #1) |
Will Durant |
2021-11-16 |
5 |
The dawn of civilization is painted with rich cultural tapestries. |
| 52 |
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell |
Susanna Clarke |
2021-10-03 |
4 |
Magic and reason clash in a richly woven alternate history. |
| 53 |
The 48 Laws of Power |
Robert Greene |
2021-10-01 |
4 |
Timeless strategies for mastering influence and power. |
| 54 |
Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgment |
Daniel Kahneman |
2021-09-20 |
3 |
Understanding noise clarifies the path to better decisions. |
| 55 |
Expecting Better: Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom is Wrong - and What You Really Need to Know |
Emily Oster |
2021-08-29 |
5 |
Empowering pregnant women with evidence-based insights. |
| 56 |
The Power Broker: Robert Moses and the Fall of New York |
Robert A. Caro |
2021-08-28 |
5 |
The rise and influence of a master urban planner. |
| 58 |
Last Argument of Kings (The First Law, #3) |
Joe Abercrombie |
2021-06-12 |
5 |
In the final reckoning, power's true nature is unveiled. |
| 59 |
Before They Are Hanged (The First Law, #2) |
Joe Abercrombie |
2021-05-29 |
5 |
Bonds forged in adversity challenge the limits of loyalty. |
| 61 |
John Adams |
David McCullough |
2021-05-11 |
4 |
A founding father's journey through the crucible of revolution. |
| 62 |
The Blade Itself (The First Law, #1) |
Joe Abercrombie |
2021-05-01 |
5 |
The edge of a blade reveals the mettle of men. |
| 64 |
Klara and the Sun |
Kazuo Ishiguro |
2021-04-11 |
4 |
Artificial intelligence explores the depths of human emotion. |
| 65 |
Little, Big |
John Crowley |
2021-04-01 |
2 |
The smallest details unveil the grandest mysteries of life. |
| 67 |
Just So: Money, Materialism, and the Ineffable, Intelligent Universe |
Alan W. Watts |
2021-02-28 |
4 |
Watts contemplates the essence of existence and wealth. |
| 68 |
Achieving Our Country: Leftist Thought in Twentieth-Century America |
Richard Rorty |
2021-02-21 |
5 |
Rorty’s reflections on patriotism and progressive ideals. |
| 69 |
To Sleep in a Sea of Stars (Fractalverse, #1) |
Christopher Paolini |
2021-02-13 |
3 |
Interstellar adventure blends with existential questions. |
| 70 |
Tao of Charlie Munger: A Compilation of Quotes from Berkshire Hathaway's Vice Chairman on Life, Business, and the Pursuit of Wealth With Commentary by David Clark |
David Clark |
2021-02-13 |
2 |
Munger’s wisdom illuminates the path to thoughtful prosperity. |
| 72 |
Stories of Your Life and Others |
Ted Chiang |
2020-12-20 |
4 |
Thought-provoking tales unravel the mysteries of existence. |
| 76 |
Exhalation |
Ted Chiang |
2020-10-18 |
3 |
Inhaled ideas, exhaled revelations shape our understanding. |
| 77 |
To Green Angel Tower, Part 2 (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn, #3; Part 2) |
Tad Williams |
2020-10-10 |
5 |
The saga’s end weaves sorrow and triumph in equal measure. |
| 79 |
Snow Crash |
Neal Stephenson |
2020-09-17 |
3 |
Digital and physical realms collide in a tale of survival. |
| 80 |
To Green Angel Tower, Part 1 (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn, #3; Part 1) |
Tad Williams |
2020-09-03 |
4 |
The journey toward resolution is paved with trials. |
| 81 |
Stone of Farewell (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn, #2) |
Tad Williams |
2020-08-14 |
5 |
Sacrifice and destiny shape the path of the protagonist. |
| 82 |
The Madness of Crowds: Gender, Race and Identity |
Douglas Murray |
2020-07-07 |
2 |
Society’s upheavals reflect in debates over identity. |
| 83 |
The Dragonbone Chair (Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn, #1) |
Tad Williams |
2020-06-24 |
4 |
A young hero’s quest begins amidst ancient conflict. |
| 85 |
Small Gods (Discworld, #13) |
Terry Pratchett |
2020-05-29 |
4 |
Divine and mortal realms intertwine with wit and wisdom. |
| 87 |
The direct-mind experience: Lectures |
Richard Rose |
2020-05-14 |
2 |
Enlightenment’s path is walked through profound introspection. |
| 90 |
The Obelisk Gate (The Broken Earth, #2) |
N.K. Jemisin |
2020-03-21 |
3 |
Power struggles continue as the world faces its own demise. |
| 91 |
Pachinko |
Min Jin Lee |
2020-03-09 |
5 |
Generations of resilience trace the arc of a family’s legacy. |
| 92 |
Seeking Wisdom: From Darwin To Munger |
Peter Bevelin |
2020-03-02 |
5 |
Insights from great thinkers illuminate paths to wisdom. |
| 96 |
The Great Risk Shift: The New Economic Insecurity and the Decline of the American Dream, Second Edition |
Jacob Hacker |
2019-12-24 |
2 |
Economic changes redefine security and the American dream. |
| 104 |
Reaper Man (Discworld, #11; Death, #2) |
Terry Pratchett |
2019-10-25 |
4 |
Even death takes a holiday in a world of whimsical wonders. |
| 106 |
The Secret of the Golden Flower: A Chinese Book of Life |
Lü Dongbin |
2019-10-13 |
3 |
Ancient wisdom reveals the secrets of spiritual awakening. |
| 107 |
The Joyous Cosmology: Adventures in the Chemistry of Consciousness |
Alan W. Watts |
2019-10-06 |
4 |
Consciousness expands, revealing the universe's joyous nature. |
| 108 |
Realms of the Human Unconscious: Observations from LSD Research |
Stanislav Grof |
2019-10-06 |
4 |
Psychedelic journeys unlock the hidden realms of the mind. |
| 109 |
Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth |
R. Buckminster Fuller |
2019-10-05 |
3 |
Stewardship of Earth demands innovative and holistic thinking. |
| 110 |
Always Look on the Bright Side of Life: A Sortabiography |
Eric Idle |
2019-09-29 |
4 |
Humor and resilience light the path through life's trials. |
| 111 |
Moving Pictures (Discworld, #10; Industrial Revolution, #1) |
Terry Pratchett |
2019-09-22 |
4 |
The magic of cinema transforms a whimsical world. |
| 112 |
The Slow Regard of Silent Things (The Kingkiller Chronicle, #2.5) |
Patrick Rothfuss |
2019-09-18 |
4 |
Quiet moments reveal the profound beauty of everyday life. |
| 113 |
The Wise Man’s Fear (The Kingkiller Chronicle, #2) |
Patrick Rothfuss |
2019-09-14 |
4 |
Wisdom's journey is fraught with peril and discovery. |
| 114 |
The Name of the Wind (The Kingkiller Chronicle, #1) |
Patrick Rothfuss |
2019-08-20 |
3 |
A young man's quest for knowledge shapes his destiny. |
| 115 |
Mother Night |
Kurt Vonnegut Jr. |
2019-08-09 |
4 |
The duality of identity and morality explored through dark satire. |
| 116 |
The Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas Are Setting Up a Generation for Failure |
Jonathan Haidt |
2019-07-28 |
4 |
Overprotection and misguidance hinder the growth of resilience. |
| 117 |
Eric (Discworld, #9; Rincewind, #4) |
Terry Pratchett |
2019-07-21 |
4 |
A reluctant wizard's chaotic adventures in a magical realm. |
| 118 |
Guards! Guards! (Discworld, #8; City Watch, #1) |
Terry Pratchett |
2019-07-21 |
4 |
A ragtag watch defends a city with wit and valor. |
| 119 |
Pyramids (Discworld, #7) |
Terry Pratchett |
2019-07-07 |
4 |
Ancient traditions clash with new perspectives in a humorous tale. |
| 120 |
Memories, Dreams, Reflections |
C.G. Jung |
2019-06-30 |
5 |
The inner life and profound insights of a pioneering psychologist. |
| 121 |
1Q84 (1Q84, #1-3) |
Haruki Murakami |
2019-06-28 |
4 |
Parallel worlds intertwine in a surreal and compelling narrative. |
| 125 |
Fragile Things: Short Fictions and Wonders |
Neil Gaiman |
2019-04-22 |
5 |
A collection of tales exploring the delicate and the marvelous. |
| 126 |
Hainish Novels & Stories, Vol. 2: The Word for World Is Forest / Five Ways to Forgiveness / The Telling / Stories |
Ursula K. Le Guin |
2019-04-12 |
4 |
Profound narratives that explore cultural and existential themes. |
| 128 |
Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain |
David Eagleman |
2019-03-11 |
3 |
The brain's hidden mechanisms shape our conscious experience. |
| 129 |
Kafka on the Shore |
Haruki Murakami |
2019-02-24 |
4 |
A metaphysical journey through intertwined fates and realities. |
| 131 |
The Word for World Is Forest |
Ursula K. Le Guin |
2019-02-09 |
3 |
A clash of cultures reveals the fragile balance of nature. |
| 132 |
Winter's King |
Ursula K. Le Guin |
2019-02-03 |
3 |
Power and vulnerability entwine in a tale of leadership. |
| 133 |
The Dispossessed: An Ambiguous Utopia |
Ursula K. Le Guin |
2019-01-22 |
5 |
Ideals and realities clash in a quest for utopia. |
| 134 |
The Left Hand of Darkness |
Ursula K. Le Guin |
2019-01-08 |
5 |
Exploring gender and identity on a distant, icy world. |
| 135 |
City of Illusions |
Ursula K. Le Guin |
2019-01-01 |
4 |
A journey through memory and deception in a dystopian future. |
| 136 |
Planet of Exile |
Ursula K. Le Guin |
2018-12-29 |
3 |
Strangers in a strange land navigate survival and connection. |
| 137 |
Rocannon's World |
Ursula K. Le Guin |
2018-12-26 |
3 |
A planetary adventure reveals the complexities of colonization. |
| 138 |
The Remains of the Day |
Kazuo Ishiguro |
2018-12-16 |
4 |
A butler's reflections on duty and lost opportunities. |
| 140 |
Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth |
Reza Aslan |
2018-11-29 |
4 |
Historical context reveals the man behind the religious figure. |
| 141 |
The Bassoon King: My Life in Art, Faith, and Idiocy |
Rainn Wilson |
2018-11-11 |
3 |
A humorous and insightful memoir from a beloved actor. |
| 142 |
Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants |
Robin Wall Kimmerer |
2018-11-04 |
5 |
Indigenous wisdom and scientific knowledge blend in harmony. |
| 143 |
The Systems View of Life: A Unifying Vision |
Fritjof Capra |
2018-10-16 |
5 |
Integrative thinking reveals the interconnectedness of life. |
| 144 |
The Seven Storey Mountain |
Thomas Merton |
2018-10-09 |
3 |
A journey of faith and self-discovery in monastic life. |
| 145 |
Where the Red Fern Grows |
Wilson Rawls |
2018-10-05 |
3 |
The bond between a boy and his dogs endures through trials. |
| 146 |
The Dharma Bums |
Jack Kerouac |
2018-09-01 |
4 |
A beat generation tale of spiritual seeking and adventure. |
| 147 |
Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel |
Rolf Potts |
2018-08-25 |
4 |
Practical and philosophical guide to extended travel. |
| 148 |
The Art of Learning: A Journey in the Pursuit of Excellence |
Josh Waitzkin |
2018-08-23 |
4 |
Mastery and personal growth through dedicated learning. |
| 150 |
Young Zaphod Plays It Safe (Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, #0.5) |
Douglas Adams |
2018-08-16 |
4 |
A prequel exploring the quirky universe of Zaphod Beeblebrox. |
| 151 |
So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish (The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, #4) |
Douglas Adams |
2018-08-09 |
5 |
The whimsical farewell to Earth's dolphins. |
| 152 |
Life, the Universe and Everything (The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, #3) |
Douglas Adams |
2018-08-06 |
5 |
Adventures continue in a universe of endless possibilities. |
| 156 |
The Three Musketeers |
Alexandre Dumas |
2018-07-08 |
4 |
Swashbuckling adventures of honor and friendship in France. |
| 157 |
The Way of Chuang Tzu (Shambhala Library) |
Thomas Merton |
2018-07-06 |
5 |
Insights from an ancient sage on simplicity and spontaneity. |
| 158 |
The Collected Letters of Alan Watts |
Alan W. Watts |
2018-07-05 |
4 |
Personal correspondence reveals the mind of a spiritual thinker. |
| 159 |
The Teachings of Don Juan: A Yaqui Way of Knowledge |
Carlos Castaneda |
2018-06-28 |
3 |
Shamanic journey into the mysticism of the Yaqui culture. |
| 160 |
Elantris (Elantris, #1) |
Brandon Sanderson |
2018-06-10 |
3 |
Magic and political intrigue in a once-glorious city. |
| 161 |
Oathbringer (The Stormlight Archive, #3) |
Brandon Sanderson |
2018-05-21 |
5 |
Epic battles and deepening mysteries in a world of stormlight. |
| 162 |
The Tao of Physics: An Exploration of the Parallels between Modern Physics and Eastern Mysticism |
Fritjof Capra |
2018-04-28 |
5 |
Bridging science and spirituality through fundamental parallels. |
| 163 |
12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos |
Jordan B. Peterson |
2018-04-14 |
5 |
Practical guidelines for navigating life's complexities. |
| 164 |
Principles: Life and Work |
Ray Dalio |
2018-03-18 |
4 |
Foundational principles for personal and professional success. |
| 165 |
Autobiography |
Bertrand Russell |
2018-03-10 |
2 |
The life and thoughts of a philosophical giant. |
| 166 |
Words of Radiance (The Stormlight Archive, #2) |
Brandon Sanderson |
2018-03-09 |
5 |
Heroic tales continue in a richly imagined universe. |
| 167 |
The Way of Kings (The Stormlight Archive, #1) |
Brandon Sanderson |
2018-02-11 |
5 |
A sweeping epic of power and legacy in a world of storms. |
| 169 |
The Inevitable: Understanding the 12 Technological Forces That Will Shape Our Future |
Kevin Kelly |
2018-01-07 |
3 |
Technological trends that will define our future landscape. |
| 170 |
The Novice: A Story of True Love |
Thich Nhat Hanh |
2018-01-02 |
4 |
A tale of love and compassion set in a spiritual context. |
| 171 |
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life |
Mark Manson |
2017-12-30 |
5 |
A refreshingly blunt guide to living with purpose and joy. |
| 172 |
Nature, Man and Woman |
Alan W. Watts |
2017-12-28 |
5 |
Exploring the natural relationships between humans and the world. |
| 173 |
To a God Unknown |
John Steinbeck |
2017-12-23 |
3 |
Man's connection to the land and the mystical forces within. |
| 174 |
Phishing for Phools: The Economics of Manipulation and Deception |
George A. Akerlof |
2017-12-10 |
2 |
How economic markets exploit human vulnerabilities. |
| 175 |
The Unbanking of America: How the New Middle Class Survives |
Lisa Servon |
2017-11-15 |
4 |
Navigating financial systems in modern America. |
| 176 |
Pathways to Bliss: Mythology and Personal Transformation |
Joseph Campbell |
2017-11-15 |
5 |
Myths as guides to personal and spiritual fulfillment. |
| 177 |
Peace Is Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life |
Thich Nhat Hanh |
2017-11-01 |
5 |
Practical steps to bring mindfulness into daily living. |
| 178 |
The 4-Hour Body: An Uncommon Guide to Rapid Fat-Loss, Incredible Sex, and Becoming Superhuman |
Timothy Ferriss |
2017-10-22 |
4 |
Life hacks for achieving extraordinary physical performance. |
| 179 |
The Plague |
Albert Camus |
2017-10-11 |
3 |
A philosophical exploration of human resilience in crisis. |
| 180 |
In My Own Way: An Autobiography |
Alan W. Watts |
2017-10-03 |
5 |
The life story of a philosopher who bridged East and West. |
| 168 |
Das Buch vom Es: Psychoanalytische Briefe an eine Freundin (German Edition) |
Georg Groddeck |
2017-09-28 |
4 |
Psychoanalytic insights conveyed through personal letters. |
| 182 |
Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future |
Peter Thiel |
2017-08-10 |
3 |
Insights into innovation and creating unique, groundbreaking companies. |
| 183 |
The Portable Jung (Portable Library) |
C.G. Jung |
2017-08-07 |
4 |
Essential writings from Jung, delving into the depths of the psyche. |
| 189 |
A Case of Identity - a Sherlock Holmes Short Story (The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes #3) |
Arthur Conan Doyle |
2017-06-07 |
4 |
Holmes uncovers a clever ruse in a case of deception. |
| 190 |
The Early Writings of Alan Watts: The British Years: 1931-38, Writings in Buddhism in England |
J. Snelling |
2017-05-19 |
5 |
Early insights from Watts on Buddhism and philosophy. |
| 192 |
Homegoing |
Yaa Gyasi |
2017-05-14 |
5 |
Generational saga tracing the divergent paths of two half-sisters. |
| 193 |
Stumbling on Happiness |
Daniel Todd Gilbert |
2017-04-29 |
5 |
Psychological exploration of how we perceive and pursue happiness. |
| 195 |
The Red-Headed League (The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes #2) |
Arthur Conan Doyle |
2017-04-20 |
2 |
A curious job leads Holmes to uncover a criminal plot. |
| 196 |
A Study in Scarlet (Sherlock Holmes, #1) |
Arthur Conan Doyle |
2017-04-17 |
4 |
The first case of Holmes and Watson, involving a tale of revenge. |
| 197 |
A Scandal in Bohemia (The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, #1) |
Ronald Holt |
2017-04-17 |
4 |
Holmes meets his match in the clever Irene Adler. |
| 199 |
The Vegetarian |
Han Kang |
2017-04-15 |
2 |
A woman's refusal to eat meat leads to radical changes in her life. |
| 202 |
Nothing Special |
Charlotte Joko Beck |
2017-03-14 |
4 |
Zen teachings on embracing the ordinary and the present. |
| 203 |
Poor Charlie's Almanack: The Wit and Wisdom of Charles T. Munger |
Charles T. Munger |
2017-03-14 |
2 |
Investment and life wisdom from Warren Buffett's right-hand man. |
| 205 |
How Proust Can Change Your Life |
Alain de Botton |
2017-03-10 |
3 |
Applying the lessons of Proust's writing to modern life. |
| 206 |
Grand Pursuit: The Story of Economic Genius |
Sylvia Nasar |
2017-03-05 |
3 |
The evolution of economic thought and its impact on the world. |
| 207 |
The Hero With a Thousand Faces |
Joseph Campbell |
2017-03-03 |
5 |
The monomyth and its recurring role in human storytelling. |
| 212 |
Sylvie and Bruno Concluded |
Lewis Carroll |
2017-02-12 |
3 |
The continuation of a whimsical tale blending fantasy and reality. |
| 214 |
Tools of Titans: The Tactics, Routines, and Habits of Billionaires, Icons, and World-Class Performers |
Timothy Ferriss |
2017-02-05 |
4 |
Insights and routines from highly successful individuals. |
| 216 |
Sylvie and Bruno |
Lewis Carroll |
2017-02-05 |
2 |
A fantastical story that blends reality and dream-like elements. |
| 139 |
Through the Looking-Glass and What Alice Found There (Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, #2) |
Lewis Carroll |
2017-01-24 |
5 |
Alice's journey continues in a world where logic is turned on its head. |
| 220 |
The Book: On the Taboo Against Knowing Who You Are |
Alan W. Watts |
2017-01-16 |
4 |
Exploring the nature of self and the illusion of separateness. |
| 222 |
One Hundred Years of Solitude |
Gabriel García Márquez |
2017-01-08 |
5 |
The rise and fall of the Buendía family in magical realism. |
| 223 |
The Art of Happiness |
Dalai Lama XIV |
2016-12-22 |
3 |
Insights into achieving lasting happiness from the Dalai Lama. |
| 225 |
Awakening the Buddha Within: Tibetan Wisdom for the Western World |
Surya Das |
2016-12-06 |
4 |
Integrating Tibetan wisdom into Western lives for enlightenment. |
| 227 |
Min kamp 1 (Min kamp, #1) |
Karl Ove Knausgård |
2016-11-25 |
3 |
Introspective exploration of the author's life and struggles. |
| 228 |
The Wisdom of Insecurity: A Message for an Age of Anxiety |
Alan W. Watts |
2016-11-14 |
5 |
Embracing uncertainty as the path to a fulfilling life. |
| 229 |
The Way of Zen |
Alan W. Watts |
2016-10-31 |
3 |
A comprehensive guide to Zen philosophy and practice. |
| 230 |
A Farewell to Arms |
Ernest Hemingway |
2016-10-16 |
3 |
A tragic love story set against the backdrop of World War I. |
| 231 |
Full Catastrophe Living |
Jon Kabat-Zinn |
2016-10-12 |
5 |
Mindfulness practices for coping with stress and illness. |
| 232 |
Master of Ballantrae & Weir of Hermiston (Wordsworth Classics) |
Robert Louis Stevenson |
2016-10-08 |
3 |
Tales of adventure and moral complexity in historical settings. |
| 233 |
The Big Picture: On the Origins of Life, Meaning, and the Universe Itself |
Sean Carroll |
2016-09-18 |
3 |
Understanding life's biggest questions through science and philosophy. |
| 234 |
Fooled by Randomness: The Hidden Role of Chance in Life and in the Markets (Incerto) |
Nassim Nicholas Taleb |
2016-09-15 |
4 |
How randomness and luck influence our lives and decisions. |
| 237 |
The Death of Ivan Ilych |
Leo Tolstoy |
2016-09-06 |
4 |
A profound exploration of mortality and the search for meaning. |
| 238 |
Forge of Darkness (The Kharkanas Trilogy, #1) |
Steven Erikson |
2016-08-27 |
4 |
Epic fantasy exploring the origins of ancient civilizations. |
| 240 |
Andrew Carnegie |
David Nasaw |
2016-07-27 |
4 |
The life and legacy of one of America's greatest industrialists. |
| 248 |
Vanity Fair |
William Makepeace Thackeray |
2016-01-08 |
4 |
A satirical portrayal of British society in the early 19th century. |
| 250 |
Lord Foul's Bane (The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant the Unbeliever, #1) |
Stephen R. Donaldson |
2015-12-16 |
2 |
A reluctant hero battles dark forces in a fantastical world. |
| 251 |
Thinking, Fast and Slow |
Daniel Kahneman |
2015-12-09 |
4 |
Exploring the dual systems of thought that drive our decisions. |
| 257 |
The Sound and the Fury |
William Faulkner |
2015-11-12 |
3 |
The decline of a Southern family told through multiple perspectives. |
| 258 |
Against Nature |
Joris-Karl Huysmans |
2015-11-12 |
2 |
A decadent man's retreat from society into a world of his own making. |
| 259 |
The White Rose (The Chronicles of the Black Company, #3) |
Glen Cook |
2015-01-19 |
4 |
The continuing saga of mercenaries in a dark fantasy world. |
| 263 |
Steppenwolf |
Hermann Hesse |
2015-01-07 |
3 |
An exploration of duality and the human psyche. |
| 264 |
The Night Inspector |
Frederick Busch |
2014-12-29 |
3 |
A disfigured Civil War veteran seeks redemption in post-war New York. |
| 266 |
The Crippled God (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #10) |
Steven Erikson |
2014-12-06 |
5 |
The epic conclusion to a series of vast, interconnected stories. |
| 267 |
Dust of Dreams (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #9) |
Steven Erikson |
2014-09-29 |
5 |
Complex characters navigate a world on the brink of apocalyptic change. |
| 268 |
A Random Walk Down Wall Street |
Burton G. Malkiel |
2014-09-11 |
5 |
The benefits of passive investing over active stock picking. |
| 269 |
Big Data: A Revolution That Will Transform How We Live, Work, and Think |
Viktor Mayer-Schönberger |
2014-09-03 |
3 |
How big data is changing industries and society. |
| 270 |
Reaper's Gale (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #7) |
Steven Erikson |
2014-08-03 |
5 |
Complex characters navigate a world on the brink of apocalyptic change. |
| 271 |
Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values (Phaedrus, #1) |
Robert M. Pirsig |
2014-08-03 |
4 |
A philosophical journey exploring quality and the human experience. |
| 272 |
Lionheart (Plantagenets #4; Richard the Lionheart #1) |
Sharon Kay Penman |
2014-04-22 |
2 |
The life and reign of Richard the Lionheart. |
| 273 |
Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power |
Jon Meacham |
2014-04-10 |
5 |
The political acumen and leadership of Thomas Jefferson. |
| 274 |
Autobiography of Mark Twain: Volume 1, Reader's Edition |
Mark Twain |
2014-02-11 |
5 |
The life story of America's beloved humorist and author. |
| 275 |
The Brothers Karamazov |
Fyodor Dostoevsky |
2014-02-11 |
3 |
A philosophical exploration of faith, doubt, and morality. |
| 276 |
The Dragon Reborn (The Wheel of Time, #3) |
Robert Jordan |
2014-01-15 |
0 |
The journey of Rand al'Thor as he embraces his destiny. |
| 277 |
A Dance with Dragons (A Song of Ice and Fire, #5) |
George R.R. Martin |
2014-01-05 |
4 |
Political intrigue and epic battles continue in Westeros. |
| 278 |
How to Win Friends and Influence People |
Dale Carnegie |
2014-01-05 |
4 |
Timeless principles for building relationships and achieving success. |
| 279 |
The Bonehunters (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #6) |
Steven Erikson |
2013-11-10 |
5 |
The Malazan Empire faces internal and external threats. |
| 280 |
The Great Hunt (The Wheel of Time, #2) |
Robert Jordan |
2013-09-27 |
3 |
The quest to recover a powerful artifact continues. |
| 281 |
The Grapes of Wrath |
John Steinbeck |
2013-09-27 |
5 |
The struggles of a family during the Great Depression. |
| 282 |
Slaughterhouse-Five |
Kurt Vonnegut Jr. |
2013-08-27 |
4 |
The experiences of a soldier during and after World War II. |
| 283 |
The Eye of the World (The Wheel of Time, #1) |
Robert Jordan |
2013-08-24 |
3 |
The beginning of an epic quest to save the world from darkness. |
| 285 |
The Red Badge of Courage / Maggie |
Stephen Crane |
2013-08-08 |
3 |
A young soldier's journey through fear and courage in battle. |
| 286 |
The Shadow of the Wind (The Cemetery of Forgotten Books, #1) |
Carlos Ruiz Zafón |
2013-08-03 |
4 |
A boy discovers a mysterious book that changes his life. |
| 284 |
An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations |
Adam Smith |
2013-07-26 |
3 |
Foundational text on economics and free markets. |
| 287 |
The Eternal Husband |
Fyodor Dostoevsky |
2013-07-16 |
3 |
A psychological drama exploring guilt and obsession. |
| 288 |
The Black Swan: The Impact of the Highly Improbable |
Nassim Nicholas Taleb |
2013-07-11 |
3 |
Understanding and anticipating rare, high-impact events. |
| 291 |
Midnight Tides (The Malazan Book of the Fallen, #5) |
Steven Erikson |
2013-06-05 |
5 |
Intrigue and war in the complex world of the Malazan Empire. |
| 308 |
The Fountainhead |
Ayn Rand |
2013-04-28 |
5 |
The struggle of an individualistic architect against societal norms. |
| 311 |
Zen Buddhism: Selected Writings of D. T. Suzuki |
D.T. Suzuki |
2013-03-19 |
2 |
Essential writings on Zen philosophy and practice. |
| 15 |
Deadhouse Gates (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #2) |
Steven Erikson |
2013-01-10 |
5 |
Amidst chaos, the journey of survival forges unyielding bonds. |
| 312 |
House of Chains (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #4) |
Steven Erikson |
2013-01-10 |
5 |
The Malazan Empire faces new challenges as armies clash and ancient powers awaken. |
| 313 |
Stalin and His Hangmen: The Tyrant and Those Who Killed for Him |
Donald Rayfield |
2013-01-10 |
3 |
An examination of Stalin's regime and the people who enforced his brutal policies. |
| 315 |
The Martian Chronicles |
Ray Bradbury |
2013-01-10 |
3 |
Interconnected stories about the colonization of Mars and the effects on both humans and Martians. |
| 321 |
Bleak House |
Charles Dickens |
2012-06-21 |
2 |
A critique of the British legal system, intertwined with mystery and romance. |
| 322 |
The Big Short: Inside the Doomsday Machine |
Michael Lewis |
2012-06-19 |
0 |
The story of the financial crisis of 2008 and the people who saw it coming. |
| 323 |
Essays, First Series |
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
2012-06-19 |
0 |
A collection of essays exploring individuality, nature, and transcendentalism. |
| 324 |
Gardens of the Moon (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #1) |
Steven Erikson |
2012-06-13 |
5 |
The opening salvo in an epic series of war, politics, and magic. |
| 46 |
Principles for Dealing with the Changing World Order: Why Nations Succeed and Fail |
Ray Dalio |
NaT |
3 |
Historical patterns reveal the rise and fall of nations. |
| 49 |
From Start-Up to Grown-Up: Grow Your Leadership to Grow Your Business |
Alisa Cohn |
NaT |
5 |
Leadership growth propels business success. |
| 50 |
The Dark Forest (Remembrance of Earth’s Past, #2) |
Liu Cixin |
NaT |
4 |
Cosmic threats push humanity to the brink of survival. |
| 51 |
Enchiridion |
Epictetus |
NaT |
2 |
Stoic principles guide the journey to inner tranquility. |
| 57 |
The Silo Effect: The Peril of Expertise and the Promise of Breaking Down Barriers |
Gillian Tett |
NaT |
3 |
Unity fosters innovation where silos create division. |
| 60 |
Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't |
James C. Collins |
NaT |
5 |
Greatness lies in disciplined people, thought, and action. |
| 63 |
Selected Works |
Marcus Tullius Cicero |
NaT |
2 |
Cicero’s wisdom bridges the ages with eloquence and reason. |
| 66 |
Letters from a Stoic |
Seneca |
NaT |
4 |
Seneca’s letters offer timeless counsel on enduring hardship. |
| 71 |
Stubborn Attachments: A Vision for a Society of Free, Prosperous, and Responsible Individuals |
Tyler Cowen |
NaT |
2 |
Balancing freedom and responsibility nurtures enduring prosperity. |
| 73 |
Rhythm of War (The Stormlight Archive, #4) |
Brandon Sanderson |
NaT |
4 |
In the heart of battle, harmony and chaos coexist. |
| 74 |
Neuromancer (Sprawl, #1) |
William Gibson |
NaT |
2 |
Cyberpunk landscapes reveal the convergence of man and machine. |
| 75 |
A Pale View of Hills |
Kazuo Ishiguro |
NaT |
2 |
Memories blend with reality, crafting a tapestry of introspection. |
| 78 |
The Effective Executive: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Right Things Done (Harperbusiness Essentials) |
Peter F. Drucker |
NaT |
4 |
Efficiency marries effectiveness in the pursuit of excellence. |
| 84 |
The Complete Fiction |
H.P. Lovecraft |
NaT |
3 |
Lovecraft’s eerie tales delve into cosmic horror. |
| 86 |
Faust |
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
NaT |
4 |
A pact with the devil explores the limits of ambition. |
| 88 |
The Stone Sky (The Broken Earth, #3) |
N.K. Jemisin |
NaT |
3 |
Earth’s final reckoning is written in stone and blood. |
| 89 |
Lolita |
Vladimir Nabokov |
NaT |
4 |
An unsettling tale of obsession and the human condition. |
| 93 |
The Fifth Season (The Broken Earth, #1) |
N.K. Jemisin |
NaT |
3 |
In a world of seismic upheavals, survival demands strength. |
| 94 |
Meditations |
Marcus Aurelius |
NaT |
4 |
Stoic reflections offer solace and guidance through adversity. |
| 95 |
The Box Man |
Kōbō Abe |
NaT |
4 |
Anonymity and identity clash in a surreal narrative. |
| 97 |
Witches Abroad (Discworld, #12; Witches, #3) |
Terry Pratchett |
NaT |
4 |
Magic and humor blend as witches embark on a chaotic journey. |
| 98 |
A Scanner Darkly |
Philip K. Dick |
NaT |
3 |
A mind-bending exploration of identity and substance abuse. |
| 99 |
Ubik |
Philip K. Dick |
NaT |
4 |
Reality unravels in a surreal exploration of existence. |
| 100 |
The Man in the High Castle |
Philip K. Dick |
NaT |
4 |
An alternate history questions the nature of reality and destiny. |
| 101 |
Finite and Infinite Games: A Vision of Life as Play and Possibility |
James P. Carse |
NaT |
3 |
Life's games unfold in the balance of finite and infinite pursuits. |
| 102 |
The Buried Giant |
Kazuo Ishiguro |
NaT |
4 |
Memory and forgetfulness weave the fabric of human experience. |
| 103 |
Awareness: The Perils and Opportunities of Reality |
Anthony de Mello |
NaT |
5 |
Waking up to reality transforms life's perils into opportunities. |
| 105 |
Ego Is the Enemy |
Ryan Holiday |
NaT |
5 |
Ego obstructs, humility paves the path to true greatness. |
| 122 |
Mort (Discworld, #4; Death, #1) |
Terry Pratchett |
NaT |
0 |
A young apprentice to Death discovers the value of life. |
| 123 |
Lao Tzu: Tao Te Ching: A Book about the Way and the Power of the Way |
Lao Tzu |
NaT |
5 |
Timeless wisdom on living in harmony with the Tao. |
| 124 |
Thou Art That: Transforming Religious Metaphor |
Joseph Campbell |
NaT |
5 |
Metaphors in religion reveal deeper universal truths. |
| 127 |
The Book of the It |
Georg Groddeck |
NaT |
0 |
An exploration of the unconscious mind and its influences. |
| 130 |
Blitzscaling: The Lightning-Fast Path to Building Massively Valuable Companies |
Reid Hoffman |
NaT |
4 |
Rapid growth strategies for building transformative enterprises. |
| 149 |
Mostly Harmless (Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, #5) |
Douglas Adams |
NaT |
4 |
The final adventure in a series blending humor and science fiction. |
| 153 |
Tao: The Watercourse Way |
Alan W. Watts |
NaT |
0 |
Understanding the Tao through its fluid, natural path. |
| 154 |
The Restaurant at the End of the Universe (The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, #2) |
Douglas Adams |
NaT |
0 |
Dining in a time-bending establishment brings cosmic insights. |
| 155 |
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy (The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, #1) |
Douglas Adams |
NaT |
5 |
The iconic journey through space filled with wit and absurdity. |
| 181 |
The Picture of Dorian Gray |
Oscar Wilde |
NaT |
0 |
A portrait of vanity and the consequences of a hedonistic lifestyle. |
| 184 |
The Places That Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times |
Pema Chödrön |
NaT |
4 |
Embracing fear to discover courage and inner strength. |
| 185 |
Siddhartha |
Hermann Hesse |
NaT |
5 |
A spiritual journey toward self-discovery and enlightenment. |
| 186 |
Banker to the Poor: Micro-Lending and the Battle Against World Poverty |
Muhammad Yunus |
NaT |
3 |
Micro-lending transforms lives and fights poverty. |
| 187 |
The Boscombe Valley Mystery - a Sherlock Holmes Short Story |
Arthur Conan Doyle |
NaT |
4 |
Holmes solves a rural murder with keen observation and deduction. |
| 188 |
The Five Orange Pips (The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, #5) |
Arthur Conan Doyle |
NaT |
4 |
A mysterious letter leads to deadly consequences. |
| 191 |
The Age of Innocence |
Edith Wharton |
NaT |
4 |
A tale of societal expectations and personal desires in old New York. |
| 194 |
Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind |
Yuval Noah Harari |
NaT |
3 |
The evolution of Homo sapiens and the development of societies. |
| 198 |
Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!: Adventures of a Curious Character |
Richard P. Feynman |
NaT |
5 |
Anecdotes from the life of a brilliant and unconventional physicist. |
| 200 |
The Sign of Four (Sherlock Holmes, #2) |
Arthur Conan Doyle |
NaT |
4 |
Holmes unravels a complex case involving hidden treasure. |
| 201 |
Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World |
Cal Newport |
NaT |
3 |
Strategies for achieving deep focus in a distracted world. |
| 204 |
Packing for Mars: The Curious Science of Life in the Void |
Mary Roach |
NaT |
0 |
Humorous and insightful look at the challenges of space travel. |
| 208 |
Misbehaving: The Making of Behavioral Economics |
Richard H. Thaler |
NaT |
4 |
How human psychology influences economic behavior. |
| 209 |
The Handmaid’s Tale (The Handmaid's Tale, #1) |
Margaret Atwood |
NaT |
3 |
A dystopian world where women's rights are severely restricted. |
| 210 |
Phantasmagoria and Other Poems by Lewis Carroll, Poetry - English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh |
Lewis Carroll |
NaT |
3 |
A collection of whimsical and imaginative poems. |
| 211 |
The Hunting of the Snark |
Lewis Carroll |
NaT |
3 |
A nonsensical poem about a fantastical hunt. |
| 213 |
The Graveyard Book |
Neil Gaiman |
NaT |
5 |
A boy raised by ghosts discovers his destiny. |
| 215 |
Think Like a Freak |
Steven D. Levitt |
NaT |
3 |
Unconventional problem-solving strategies from the authors of Freakonomics. |
| 217 |
How to Be Alive: A Guide To The Kind of Happiness That Helps The World |
Colin Beavan |
NaT |
3 |
Living a meaningful life that contributes to the greater good. |
| 218 |
The Power of Myth |
Joseph Campbell |
NaT |
5 |
The enduring power of myths in shaping human experience. |
| 219 |
Alice in Wonderland |
Jane Carruth |
NaT |
5 |
Alice's adventures in a fantastical world of wonder and whimsy. |
| 221 |
Out of Your Mind |
Alan W. Watts |
NaT |
5 |
Insights into the nature of consciousness and reality. |
| 224 |
Hope and Help for Your Nerves |
Claire Weekes |
NaT |
4 |
Practical advice for overcoming anxiety and nervousness. |
| 226 |
So Good They Can't Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion in the Quest for Work You Love |
Cal Newport |
NaT |
4 |
Mastering skills leads to fulfilling work more than following passion. |
| 235 |
Hadji Mur√°d |
Leo Tolstoy |
NaT |
0 |
The story of a defiant Chechen warrior's struggle against the Russian Empire. |
| 236 |
The Kreutzer Sonata |
Leo Tolstoy |
NaT |
0 |
A tale of jealousy and the destructive power of sexual passion. |
| 241 |
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (The Tales of Dunk and Egg, #1-3) |
George R.R. Martin |
NaT |
4 |
Prequel stories to "A Song of Ice and Fire" filled with chivalry and intrigue. |
| 242 |
Brave New World |
Aldous Huxley |
NaT |
2 |
A dystopian vision of a future society driven by technology and control. |
| 243 |
Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth, and Happiness |
Richard H. Thaler |
NaT |
4 |
How small interventions can guide better decision-making. |
| 244 |
The Miracle of Mindfulness: An Introduction to the Practice of Meditation |
Thich Nhat Hanh |
NaT |
5 |
Practical advice on living mindfully in the present moment. |
| 245 |
Howards End |
E.M. Forster |
NaT |
0 |
A novel exploring social conventions and relationships in early 20th-century England. |
| 246 |
A Room with a View |
E.M. Forster |
NaT |
0 |
A young woman's journey to self-discovery and love. |
| 247 |
Oliver Twist |
Charles Dickens |
NaT |
4 |
The adventures of an orphan boy in the underbelly of Victorian London. |
| 249 |
Dune (Dune, #1) |
Frank Herbert |
NaT |
5 |
A science fiction epic of politics, religion, and ecology on the desert planet Arrakis. |
| 252 |
A Tale of Two Cities |
Charles Dickens |
NaT |
4 |
A story of love and sacrifice set during the French Revolution. |
| 253 |
The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference |
Malcolm Gladwell |
NaT |
4 |
The factors that cause ideas, products, and behaviors to spread like wildfire. |
| 254 |
Antifragile: Things That Gain from Disorder |
Nassim Nicholas Taleb |
NaT |
3 |
How systems and individuals can thrive on chaos and uncertainty. |
| 255 |
The Signal and the Noise: Why So Many Predictions Fail—But Some Don't |
Nate Silver |
NaT |
2 |
The art and science of making accurate predictions. |
| 256 |
The Winter of Our Discontent |
John Steinbeck |
NaT |
4 |
The moral struggles of a man in post-war America. |
| 260 |
Mr. Mercedes (Bill Hodges Trilogy, #1) |
Stephen King |
NaT |
3 |
A retired detective hunts a killer who taunts him with a series of letters. |
| 261 |
Shadows Linger (The Chronicles of the Black Company, #2) |
Glen Cook |
NaT |
4 |
The Black Company battles dark forces in a grim fantasy world. |
| 262 |
The Black Company (The Chronicles of the Black Company, #1) |
Glen Cook |
NaT |
4 |
A band of mercenaries navigates loyalty and survival in a bleak world. |
| 265 |
The Circle (The Circle, #1) |
Dave Eggers |
NaT |
2 |
A young woman becomes entangled in the sinister workings of a tech company. |
| 289 |
The Last Dragonslayer (The Last Dragonslayer, #1) |
Jasper Fforde |
NaT |
3 |
A young girl's adventures in a world where magic is fading. |
| 290 |
The Ocean at the End of the Lane |
Neil Gaiman |
NaT |
1 |
A man's childhood memories reveal a hidden world of magic. |
| 292 |
Miracle at St. Anna |
James McBride |
NaT |
0 |
The story of African American soldiers in World War II. |
| 293 |
Republic |
Plato |
NaT |
0 |
A foundational work of Western philosophy on justice and society. |
| 294 |
Student Bodies: The Influence of Student Health Services in American Society and Medicine (Conversations In Medicine And Society) |
Heather Munro Prescott |
NaT |
0 |
The role of student health services in shaping American healthcare. |
| 295 |
13 Bankers: The Wall Street Takeover and the Next Financial Meltdown |
Simon Johnson |
NaT |
0 |
Analysis of the financial crisis and its aftermath. |
| 296 |
Von Braun: Dreamer of Space, Engineer of War |
Michael J. Neufeld |
NaT |
0 |
The life of Wernher von Braun, from rocketry to space exploration. |
| 297 |
The Prince (Rethinking the Western Tradition) |
Niccolò Machiavelli |
NaT |
0 |
Political strategies and philosophies for ruling and power. |
| 298 |
The Economic Approach to Human Behavior |
Gary S. Becker |
NaT |
0 |
Applying economic principles to everyday human actions. |
| 299 |
The Guide to Understanding the Insurance Industry 2009-2010: Check out the vital signs of financially fit insurers |
A.M. Best Company |
NaT |
0 |
Comprehensive guide to assessing the health of insurance companies. |
| 300 |
I Am America (And So Can You!) |
Stephen Colbert |
NaT |
0 |
Satirical commentary on American politics and culture. |
| 301 |
The Hunger Games (The Hunger Games, #1) |
Suzanne Collins |
NaT |
0 |
A dystopian world where teens fight to the death for survival. |
| 302 |
The Christian Theological Tradition |
Catherine A. Cory |
NaT |
0 |
An overview of key themes and developments in Christian theology. |
| 303 |
Crime and Punishment |
Fyodor Dostoevsky |
NaT |
0 |
A psychological exploration of guilt and redemption. |
| 304 |
The Wealth of Nations |
Adam Smith |
NaT |
0 |
Foundational text on economics and the principles of free markets. |
| 305 |
Aesop's Fables |
Aesop |
NaT |
0 |
Classic moral stories with timeless lessons. |
| 306 |
The Inferno: The Longfellow Translation |
Dante Alighieri |
NaT |
0 |
The journey through Hell as envisioned by Dante. |
| 307 |
The Brain that Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science |
Norman Doidge |
NaT |
4 |
Case studies demonstrating the brain's remarkable ability to adapt and heal. |
| 309 |
Liar's Poker: Rising Through the Wreckage on Wall Street |
Michael Lewis |
NaT |
4 |
A firsthand account of the excesses and culture of Wall Street. |
| 310 |
Boomerang: Travels in the New Third World |
Michael Lewis |
NaT |
3 |
The global financial crisis and its effects on various countries. |
| 314 |
The Illustrated Man |
Ray Bradbury |
NaT |
4 |
A collection of short stories exploring human nature and futuristic themes. |
| 316 |
Benjamin Franklin: An American Life |
Walter Isaacson |
NaT |
3 |
A comprehensive biography of one of America's founding fathers. |
| 317 |
A Separate Peace |
John Knowles |
NaT |
2 |
A coming-of-age novel set during World War II, focusing on friendship and rivalry. |
| 318 |
Memories of Ice (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #3) |
Steven Erikson |
NaT |
5 |
War and magic intertwine as new alliances are formed in a world of chaos. |
| 319 |
Catch-22 |
Joseph Heller |
NaT |
4 |
A satirical novel about the absurdities of war and bureaucracy. |
| 320 |
Screw Business As Usual |
Richard Branson |
NaT |
2 |
Branson's call for businesses to prioritize people and the planet alongside profit. |
| 325 |
You Are Not Your Brain: The 4-Step Solution for Changing Bad Habits, Ending Unhealthy Thinking, and Taking Control of Your Life |
Jeffrey M. Schwartz |
NaT |
4 |
A guide to overcoming negative thoughts and behaviors using mindfulness. |
| 326 |
Five Weeks in a Balloon |
Jules Verne |
NaT |
3 |
An adventurous journey across Africa in a hot air balloon. |
| 327 |
Anansi Boys |
Neil Gaiman |
NaT |
3 |
The story of two brothers, the sons of Anansi the spider god, navigating their inheritance. |
| 328 |
Neverwhere (London Below, #1) |
Neil Gaiman |
NaT |
5 |
A man discovers a hidden world beneath London and embarks on a quest to save it. |
| 329 |
Stardust |
Neil Gaiman |
NaT |
4 |
A fantastical tale of a young man who ventures into a magical realm to find a fallen star. |
| 330 |
American Gods (American Gods, #1) |
Neil Gaiman |
NaT |
5 |
A man gets caught in a battle between old and new gods across America. |
| 331 |
Pride and Prejudice |
Jane Austen |
NaT |
3 |
A classic romantic novel exploring themes of love, society, and class. |
| 332 |
The Hobbit (The Lord of the Rings, #0) |
J.R.R. Tolkien |
NaT |
4 |
The adventures of Bilbo Baggins as he embarks on a quest to help dwarves reclaim their homeland. |
| 333 |
The Lord of the Rings |
J.R.R. Tolkien |
NaT |
5 |
The epic tale of the battle against the dark lord Sauron and the quest to destroy the One Ring. |
| 334 |
Anna Karenina |
Leo Tolstoy |
NaT |
4 |
A tragic story of love and betrayal set in 19th-century Russia. |
| 335 |
Moby-Dick or, The Whale |
Herman Melville |
NaT |
3 |
The epic tale of Captain Ahab's obsessive quest to kill the white whale, Moby-Dick. |
| 336 |
The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin |
Benjamin Franklin |
NaT |
5 |
The life story of one of America's most influential founding fathers. |
| 337 |
Walden |
Henry David Thoreau |
NaT |
4 |
Reflections on simple living and self-sufficiency in natural surroundings. |
| 338 |
The Count of Monte Cristo |
Alexandre Dumas |
NaT |
5 |
A tale of betrayal, revenge, and redemption set in 19th-century France. |
| 339 |
Frankenstein |
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley |
NaT |
3 |
The story of a scientist who creates a sentient being and faces the consequences of playing God. |
| 340 |
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change |
Stephen R. Covey |
NaT |
4 |
A guide to personal and professional effectiveness through seven key habits. |
| 341 |
Atlas Shrugged |
Ayn Rand |
NaT |
5 |
A philosophical novel exploring the role of individualism and capitalism in society. |
| 342 |
Man’s Search for Meaning |
Viktor E. Frankl |
NaT |
5 |
A psychiatrist's memoir of surviving the Holocaust and finding purpose in suffering. |
| 343 |
A Feast for Crows (A Song of Ice and Fire, #4) |
George R.R. Martin |
NaT |
5 |
Political intrigue and shifting alliances continue in the Seven Kingdoms. |
| 344 |
A Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice and Fire, #1) |
George R.R. Martin |
NaT |
5 |
The opening book in an epic fantasy series of political power struggles. |
| 345 |
A Clash of Kings (A Song of Ice and Fire, #2) |
George R.R. Martin |
NaT |
5 |
The power struggle for the Iron Throne intensifies as new contenders arise. |
| 346 |
A Storm of Swords (A Song of Ice and Fire, #3) |
George R.R. Martin |
NaT |
5 |
Battles, betrayals, and new alliances shape the fate of Westeros. |
| 347 |
The Intelligent Investor |
Benjamin Graham |
NaT |
5 |
A foundational guide to value investing and financial wisdom. |